2018 Skoda Karoq 1.5L Petrol · AO68 YCT

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a lack of proactive attention toward consumable components. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 90,618 miles passed, it revealed multiple advisories regarding tyre wear. The nearside front tyre was effectively at the legal limit of 1.6mm. This, combined with reports of thin rear brake pads, suggests that the current owner is delaying maintenance until components approach failure rather than performing preventative replacements. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical UK-road use, averaging approximately 11,300 miles per annum. There is a significant jump in usage recorded between November 2023 (36,141 miles) and October 2024 (73,944 miles), where the vehicle covered nearly 38,000 miles in under a year. This high-intensity period explains the rapid degradation of the tyres and brakes noted in the 2024 and 2025 tests. Such high annual mileage often places accelerated stress on the suspension bushings, dampers, and braking system. A buyer must personally inspect the front-end alignment, as the recurring reports of edge wear on tyres in 2024 and 2025 indicate a potential geometry issue or worn suspension arm components. The rear braking system requires immediate attention, as the 2025 test flagged thin pads on the nearside. Furthermore, the history of tyre perishing and sidewall cracking in 2023 suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods or been exposed to harsh environmental conditions, necessitating a thorough check for rubber degradation across all remaining tyres.